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Managing Director, Strategy & Solutions, at Amazon Web Services (AWS) | Driving healthcare transformation via strategic, science-backed innovation

🩺🔬The FDA has approved a new blood test for colon cancer detection, a significant step forward in cancer screening. This approval follows a recommendation from an FDA advisory committee, highlighting the test's potential to encourage screening among those who avoid traditional methods like fecal tests or colonoscopies. While the blood test doesn't replace the need for a colonoscopy if cancer is detected, it offers a less invasive initial screening option. Medicare part B will cover the test at no additional cost, potentially increasing accessibility and early detection for many. This advancement underscores the critical role of new technologies in improving patient outcomes and preventive care. #HealthcareInnovation #CancerScreening #ColonCancer #FDANews #MedicalAdvancements #PatientCare #EarlyDetection #MedicareCoverage #HealthTech Read more: https://lnkd.in/e7myTYCC

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